High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Carrot Raisin Slaw
This bright, crunchy slaw hits that perfect sweet-savory balance that makes you go back for just one more forkful. Freshly grated carrots and plump raisins get tossed in a zippy apple cider vinegar dressing built with real honey, olive oil, warm Ceylon cinnamon, and a little fresh ginger — nothing processed, nothing artificial. That matters more than it sounds, because so many store-bought dressings and packaged slaws quietly sneak in corn syrup or high-fructose sweeteners to cut costs. Here, honey does all the sweetening, and it brings a floral depth that processed sugar simply can't match. A short rest at room temperature lets the carrots soften just enough and the raisins soak up the tangy dressing, so every bite is juicy and cohesive rather than raw and sharp. A scatter of fresh parsley at the end adds a pop of color and a clean herbal note that ties the whole thing together. It's the kind of simple, wholesome side dish that earns a permanent spot in your weeknight rotation.
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4 servings
- 1 lb carrots (about 5 medium), peeled and coarsely grated
- ½ cup raisins
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the grated carrots and raisins in a large mixing bowl and toss to combine.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, honey, olive oil, grated ginger, Ceylon cinnamon, and sea salt until the honey is fully dissolved and the dressing is smooth.
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